Toronto Mike'd: The Official Toronto Mike Podcast
Episodes
Chris Brown: Toronto Mike'd #1018
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1018th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by musician Chris Brown as they talk about the Bourbon Tabernacle Choir, being a duo with Kat...
Becky Yan: Toronto Mike'd #1017
18 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1017th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by Becky Yan, Director of Marketing at Ryobi Canada, as they kick out the power tool jams. Mi...
Toast 3: Toronto Mike'd #1016
18 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 3rd episode of Toast, Mike is joined by Stu Stone and Cam Gordon as they catch up and kick out jams with the same name. Toronto Mike'd is pro...
That Night at Massey Hall: Toronto Mike'd #1015
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1015th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by David Binks who put together That Night at Massey Hall, a compilation of pictures and stor...
Jeanne Beker: Toronto Mike'd #1014
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1014th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by Jeanne Beker as they talk about her co-hosting The New Music with J.D. Roberts, delivering...
Rob Farina: Toronto Mike'd #1013
11 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1013th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by seasoned radio executive Rob Farina and they can talk radio! Toronto Mike'd is proudly br...
Ivan from Men Without Hats: Toronto Mike'd #1012
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1012th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by Ivan Doroschuk, lead singer and founder of Men Without Hats. They chat about The Safety Da...
Lee Eckley: Toronto Mike'd #1011
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1011th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by Lee "Beef" Eckley as they discuss his career in radio at CFNY, Q107, CHUM-FM and 94.9 The ...
Frank v. Tony: Toronto Mike'd #1010
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1010th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by Steve Paikin and Bruce Dowbiggin as they discuss Frank Sinatra vs. Tony Bennett with songs...
The History of Metal in Canada: Toronto Mike'd #1009
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this edition of the Progressive Past of Modern Melodies, Mike, Brother Bill and Cam Gordon are joined by Martin Popoff as they dive deep into the h...
Marc Weisblott from 12:36: Toronto Mike'd #1008
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Marc Weisblott of 12:36 about the current state of media in Canada and what you oughta know. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you...
Jeff Lumby Kicks Out the Jams: Toronto Mike'd #1007
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1007th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike catches up with Jeff Lumby who moved to France during this pandemic. Then they play Jeff's 10 favourite...
Amanda Cupido: Toronto Mike'd #1006
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1006th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by Director of Talk & Talent at 640 Toronto Amanda Cupido as they chat about her podcasti...
Toast 2: Toronto Mike'd #1005
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 2nd episode of Toast, Mike is joined by Stu Stone and Cam Gordon as they catch up and kick out food jams. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought t...
Mike Cooper: Toronto Mike'd #1004
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1004th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by Toronto radio legend Mike Cooper. They take about his years at 1050 CHUM, riding the ferri...
Toronto Mike on CBC's Here and Now with Gil Deacon
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is Toronto Mike's appearance on CBC Radio's Here and Now with Gil Deacon, recorded at 5:20pm on Wednesday, February 23, 2022.
Tom Jokic: Toronto Mike'd #1003
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1003rd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by Tom Jokic, producer of Roger, Rick and Marilyn on 104.5 (and subsequent iterations of the ...
Donovan Bailey: Toronto Mike'd #1002
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1002nd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike is joined by Donovan Bailey and Jason Portuondo from the Donovan Bailey Running Things podcast. They di...
Jaymz Bee: Toronto Mike'd #1001
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike catches up with the very famous Jaymz Bee. They discuss the Being Bee documentary that's in production, Kevin ...
Toronto Mike'd #1000
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this 1000th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike plays audio submissions from FOTMs and reacts. This episode is exactly 5:40:37. Toronto Mike'd is prou...
Doug Smith: Toronto Mike'd #999
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with the Toronto Star's Doug Smith about his career in sports media, being there for Joe Carter's HR, co...
Weed Jams with Andy Palalas: Toronto Mike'd #998
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with the Chief Revenue Officer of High Tide, Andy Palalas, about legal weed, great weed jams and why FOT...
Glen Baxter: Toronto Mike'd #997
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Glen Baxter about his years on MuchMusic and CityTV and why he moved to the Fashion Television Chan...
Six Kids Over: Toronto Mike'd #996
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Ridley Funeral Home's Funeral Director Brad Jones about his career choice, raising six kids in a ho...
Dwayne Gretzky: Toronto Mike'd #995
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Nick Rose and Tyler Kyte about their band Dwayne Gretzky. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you...
Sharon Taylor: Toronto Mike'd #994
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with the Program Director of CFTR680 in the late 80s, Sharon Taylor about the station, being a woman in ...
Marc Weisblott from 12:36: Toronto Mike'd #993
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Marc Weisblott of 12:36 about the current state of media in Canada and what you oughta know. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you...
Terry David Mulligan: Toronto Mike'd #992
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Terry David Mulligan about his years on the radio, hosting Good Rockin' Tonite and Hey Taxi and Zig...
David Cooper: Toronto Mike'd #991
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with David Cooper about why he left a lucrative software job for radio, how he ended up doing overnights...
Searching for Rumble: Toronto Mike'd #990
28 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This Mikeumentary explores the mysterious disappearance of MC Rumble of Rumble and Strong and Rumble fame with perspectives from DJ Ron Nelson, Maestr...
Tom Wilson: Toronto Mike'd #989
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike catches up with Tom Wilson. There's Junkhouse talk, an update on his journey of discovery as a proud Mohawk ma...
Brian Vollmer from Helix: Toronto Mike'd #988
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Helix founder and lead singer Brian Vollmer about the rise of the band, Heavy Metal Love, Rock You,...
Bill Welychka: Toronto Mike'd #987
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Bill Welychka about his years at MuchMusic and MuchMore Music, hosting Outlaws and Heroes, intervie...
Toast 1: Toronto Mike'd #986
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this premiere episode of Toast, Mike is joined by Stu Stone and Cam Gordon as they catch up and kick out "welcome back" jams. Toronto Mike'd is pr...
Jarvis Church: Toronto Mike'd #985
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Jarvis Church a.k.a. Gerald Eaton about his band The Philosopher Kings, discovering and producing N...
Why Megan Edwards Quit Radio: Toronto Mike'd #984
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Vancouver radio and television personality Megan Edwards about why she left the industry she loved....
The History of New Wave in Canada: Toronto Mike'd #983
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Progressing Past of Modern Melodies, Toronto Mike, Brother Bill and Cam Gordon chat with special guest Rob Preuss from The Spoo...
Gord Rennie: Toronto Mike'd #982
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with producer Gord Rennie about his years at EZ Rock, working with Erin Davis and Mike Cooper, their move to CHFI, Darren B. Lamb, Maureen ...
Quarterly Sports Media Roundtable: Toronto Mike'd #981
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike is joined by Hebsy on Sports's Mark Hebscher and Fast Time Milon as they discuss all the changes in the Canadian sports media landscape over the ...
Jeremy Hotz: Toronto Mike'd #980
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Jeremy Hotz about working Yuk-Yuk's, his role on The Newsroom, Just For Laughs, his move to the USA, Speed 2 and more. Toronto Mike'd...
Jonny Dovercourt: Toronto Mike'd #979
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Jonny Dovercourt about the ongoing history of the Toronto music scene.
John Borra: Toronto Mike'd #978
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with singer/songwriter John Borra about playing The Turning Point as a teen, his years in the legendary post-punk band A Neon Rome, playing...
Kim Clarke Champniss: Toronto Mike'd #977
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Kim Clarke Champniss about his appearance in Village of the Damned, managing Images in Vogue and Serial Joe, his years on MuchMusic, C...
Dr. Roberta Bondar: Toronto Mike'd #976
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with the first female Canadian astronaut and the world’s first neurologist in space Dr. Roberta Bondar about the 30th anniversary of her ...
Fromage 2021: Toronto Mike'd #975
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Marc Weisblott from 12:36 shares the stinkiest cheese of 2021 in this year's Fromage episode of Toronto Mike'd.
In Loving Memory of Custom: Toronto Mike'd #974
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike talks about the passing of Custom, a.k.a. Duane Lavold, with music and clips from episodes with Rosie and Roz Weston.
Festivus with Elvis: Toronto Mike'd #973
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike celebrates Festivus with Elvis as they kick out jams from bands everyone seems to dig but they don't get.
Retrontario's Christmas Crackers, Vol. 4: Toronto Mike'd #972
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike catches up with Ed Conroy before Ed gifts FOTMs a collection of festive audio nuggets.
Richard Crouse Kicks Out the Christmas Jams: Toronto Mike'd #971
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike gets into the festive spirit by listening to Richard Crouse's top ten Christmas jams and hearing why he loves them.
FOTM KOTJ Holiday Edition, Vol. 4: Toronto Mike'd #970
19 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
FOTMs kick out their favourite holiday songs.
Namugenyi "Nam" Kiwanuka: Toronto Mike'd #969
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chat with Nam Kiwanuka about her years at MuchMusic, escaping the civil war in Uganda, her work at TVO and much more.
Marc Weisblott from 12:36: Toronto Mike'd #968
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Marc Weisblott of 12:36 about the current state of media in Canada and what you oughta know.
Tish Iceton: Toronto Mike'd #967
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chat with Tish Iceton about her decades in radio, her voiceover work, and why she's no longer heard on CHFI.
Bruce Dowbiggin Kicks Out the Jams: Toronto Mike'd #966
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike catches up with Bruce Dowbiggin before he kicks out the jams.
Dr. Liza Spills the Dragon's Den Tea: Toronto Mike'd #965
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Dr. Liza Egbogah about her recent appearance on Dragon's Den and what happened to her after the deal was struck.
Kyle Christie: Toronto Mike'd #964
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Kyle Christie about why he left CP24 and what he's up to now.
FOTM Open Holiday Zoom: Toronto Mike'd #963
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with FOTMs on an Open Zoom, including Cam Gordon, Steve Paikin, Mike Eppel, Mark Hebscher, Peter Gross, Lorne Honickman, Mike Richards, Bru...
FOTM KOTJ Holiday Edition, Vol. 3: Toronto Mike'd #962
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
FOTMs kick out their favourite holiday songs.
Spoons Kick Out the Jams: Toronto Mike'd #961
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Sandy Horne and catches up with Gord Deppe before The Spoons kick out the jams.
The Pen Flip: Toronto Mike'd #960
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This Mikeumentary dissects and analyses Dave Hodge's pen flip from March 14, 1987 with perspectives from Dave Hodge, Ken Daniels, Ron MacLean, Paul Ro...
FOTM KOTJ Holiday Edition, Vol. 2: Toronto Mike'd #959
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
FOTMs kick out their favourite holiday songs.
FOTM KOTJ Holiday Edition, Vol. 1: Toronto Mike'd #958
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
FOTMs kick out their favourite holiday songs.
Hawksley Workman: Toronto Mike'd #957
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike catches up with Hawksley Workman before The Hawk kicks out his five favourite alt rock/pop Christmas songs.
Ted Woloshyn: Toronto Mike'd #956
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chat with Ted Woloshyn about his battle with COVID-19, why he's no longer at Newstalk 1010, and his new podcast before Ted kicks out his 10 favou...
Dave Charles: Toronto Mike'd #955
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with radio vet Dave Charles about his years at CKOC, 1050 CHUM, launching Q107 and more.
Dave Hodge's 100 Songs for 2021: Toronto Mike'd #954
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The annual tradition continues as Dave Hodge unveils his 100 songs of 2021 after catching up with Mike.
Canadian Punk: Toronto Mike'd #953
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Progressing Past of Modern Melodies, Toronto Mike, Brother Bill and Cam Gordon chat with special guest Ralph Alfonso about the ...
Rob Preuss: Toronto Mike'd #952
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
ike chats with Rob Preuss who joined the Spoons when he was 15 years young and was part of their glory years. We talked about Nova Heart, Romantic Tra...
Dan Matheson: Toronto Mike'd #951
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Dan Matheson about his years covering sports at CFTO, hosting NHL games, the '87 Canada Cup and Olympics for CTV, anchoring the news o...
The Contest: Toronto Mike'd #950
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike is joined by five FOTMs, each going to bat for a year they deem to be the best in recorded music history. Judge Beck presides.
Jayne Eastwood: Toronto Mike'd #949
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Jayne Eastwood about Goin' Down the Road, the early days of SCTV, and her legendary acting career.
Toronto Miracle 2021: Toronto Mike'd #948
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Kiera Toffelmire about Toronto Miracle 2021, taking place on December 4, 2021.
Yes, We Are Open: Toronto Mike'd #947
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Al Grego, the host of the Moneris podcast Yes, We Are Open, about Canadian small businesses and their perseverance in the face of over...
Leonard Cohen's Sex, Zen and Rock 'n Roll: Toronto Mike'd #946
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with author Michael Posner about volume two of his Leonard Cohen trilogy, covering Leonard's life from 1971 until the late-80s. Michael cal...
Damien Cox: Toronto Mike'd #945
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Damien Cox about his Twitter persona, why he bothers, his blocking strategy, sports media in 2021, Angelo Mosca, and his new book A Le...
Working on the Radio - The 102.1 Band
07 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Written by Brad McNally and Jim Bird in 1979, you'll hear Nash the Slash on electric violin in this jam by the CFNY 102.1 Band. This song is dedicated...
Marc Weisblott from 12:36: Toronto Mike'd #944
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Marc Weisblott of 12:36 about the current state of media in Canada and what you oughta know.
Massey Hall: Toronto Mike'd #943
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with music historian David McPherson about the history of Massey Hall with a keen focus on Canadian acts who played there in the 1990s.
Rick Mercer: Toronto Mike'd #942
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Rick Mercer about... everything.
Sean McCann: Toronto Mike'd #941
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Sean McCann about founding Great Big Sea, why he left the band, the chances of a reunion, and his new Shantyman's Life.
Cliff Hacking Kicks Out the Jams: Toronto Mike'd #940
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Cliff Hacking about Recycle My Electronics before he kicks out the electronics-themed jams.
Ron James Kicks Out the Jams: Toronto Mike'd #939
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike catches up with Ron James before he kicks out the jams.
Scott Carefoot: Toronto Mike'd #938
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Scott Carefoot about his RaptorsBlog and his foray into sports media with stops at The Toronto Sun, theScore, Bell Media, The Hockey N...
Peter Shurman: Toronto Mike'd #937
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike speaks with Peter Shurman about his Global News Radio 640 interview with Farrah Khan, why that conversation resulted in his dismissal from the st...
Leo Rautins Returns: Toronto Mike'd #936
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike catches up with Leo Rautins as they discuss why he's no longer seen on Sportsnet Raptors broadcasts, why Rod Black is no longer on TSN Raptors br...
Anne Mroczkowski Returns: Toronto Mike'd #935
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike catches up with Anne Mroczkowski as they talk Wendy Mesley, Peter Shurman, Gord Martineau, Leslie Roberts, Peter Silverman and so much more.
Ralph Benmergui: Toronto Mike'd #934
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Ralph Benmergui about his health challenges, his spiritual awakening, and his new book I Thought He Was Dead.
CFNY-NOT?: Toronto Mike'd #933
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the inaugural episode of The Progressing Past of Modern Melodies, Toronto Mike, Brother Bill and Cam Gordon chat with special guest Ivar Hamilton a...
Rod Black Exit Interview: Toronto Mike'd #932
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike calls Rod Black to find out why he's leaving TSN and CTV.
Jeff Hutcheson: Toronto Mike'd #931
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Jeff Hutcheson about Bowling for Dollars, Blue Jays Banter, Canada AM, why Canada AM was replaced by Your Morning, Rod Black, and more...
Scot Turner: Toronto Mike'd #930
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Scot Turner about his quadruple by-pass, his new gig, music and concert anniversaries, the passing of James Baby Scott, classic CHUM-F...
Peter Mansbridge: Toronto Mike'd #929
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Peter Mansbridge about how he scored the best broadcast journalism job in the country without a high school diploma, his professional ...
Watch It, Buddy! Remembering Peter Silverman: Toronto Mike'd #928
09 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Cristina Tenaglia, Peter Gross, Lorne Honickman, and Marc Weisblott about the passing of Peter Silverman.
Marc Weisblott from 12:36: Toronto Mike'd #927
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Marc Weisblott of 12:36 about the current state of media in Canada and what you oughta know.
Blair Packham from The Jitters: Toronto Mike'd #926
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Blair Packham about his years in The Jitters, his time on Q107, Last Of The Red Hot Fools, Closer Every Day, comparisons to Huey Lewis...
1050 The Team Toronto: Toronto Mike'd #925
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Jim Van Horne, Paul Romanuk, Stephen Brunt, Scott Ferguson, Gene Valaitis, Barry Davis and Mike Richards about the failed 1050 The Tea...
Chef Mike Angeloni: Toronto Mike'd #924
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Chef Mike Angeloni about opening Amano, Union Chicken, the emergence of Chef Drop, and so much more.
Lowest of the Low: Toronto Mike'd #923
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike catches up with Ron Hawkins and Lawrence Nichols of Lowest of the Low, spinning a few jams and talking Art Bergmann, Don Smith, Taverns and Palac...
Greg Brady: Toronto Mike'd #922
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Greg Brady about what happened at The Fan 590, why he left, and how he ended up the new morning show host at Global News Radio 640.
Paul Myers: Toronto Mike'd #921
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mike chats with Paul Myers about growing up in Scarborough with his brothers Mike and Peter, The Gravelberrys, Barenaked Ladies, Kids in the Hall, and...